2017 Evesham Wood Sojeau Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.0% alc., 150 cases, $36. Released Autumn 2019. Aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 15% new.Formerly known as Sojourner Vineyard, this vineyard was first planted in 2007 at 583 feet elevation in volcanic soils. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Spellbinding aromas of red and black raspberry and exotic spices. A charge of delicious dark red cherry and raspberry fruit flavors that show exceptional purity. Mid weight plus in style, with felty tannins balancing the expressive fruit. Very giving, with an uncommonly generous finish. This wine stands out from the pack. Note: I have found Sojourner Vineyard designated Pinot Noir offered by a number of producers to be consistently outstanding so this is a vineyard to hang your hat on. Score: 94. Reviewed March 8, 2020

Winery: Evesham Wood
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